By Topic: Special Populations

It is imperative for fitness professionals to learn about osteoporosis and how to create a safe exercise program for their clients... View More

Prescription medications can be roadblocks to your client's fitness goals, but with the right knowledge and some clever modifications, anything can be overcome... View More

Are you maximizing your group exercise program by offering variety and a workout routine to attract and retain members?... View More

As trainers, we are all looking for new ways to increase and maintain our client base. As a parent, I know that I will spend money on my children; especially if it leads to a full-ride! This presents... View More

The ever-diminishing levels of health insurance benefits are leading to an earlier discharge of patients from hospitals and physical therapy clinics. Patients are left with additional work to be done but... View More

Here are tips to prepare you for your group exercise audition... View More

Here are a few tips to help you pull off a fun group exercise event, not only for your participants but also for yourself... View More

Are you maximizing your group exercise program by offering variety that will attract and retain members?... View More

As trainers, it is imperative that we get to know our clients -- their goals, what motivates them and what their physical limitations are... View More

Since the first cancer exercise programs surfaced in the mid-nineties, several organizations have realized the importance, as well as profitability, of adding cancer specialty training and certifications... View More

Fitness professionals in non-clinical environments will encounter a broad spectrum of prospective clients, each with his or her own needs, issues and abilities... View More

Fitness professionals are using group training to create exciting workout programs and foster community and culture in their gyms or studios... View More

Thirty minutes of strength training a day cannot counter the ill effects of sitting for long periods of time... View More

While many variables can affect our clients’ health, over-the-counter (OTC) medications, may play a very large role in the overall results and experience our clients have... View More

Our goal with clients experiencing chronic neck and shoulder tightness is to help them adopt an improved strategy which includes the proper postural cuing... View More

The single best predictor of a rookie trainer's success is how fast they can learn and apply that knowledge in a group environment... View More

Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common challenges a trainer will encounter when working with older clients. OA is the leading cause of disability in the older population primarily because it limits... View More

If you have a client with osteoporosis or osteopenia you should understand this disease in order to teach them how to exercise properly and safely in order to decrease the risk of the progression of this... View More

According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, 1 out of 2 women and 1 out of 4 men over 50 will have a wrist, hip or spine fracture due to osteoporosis. If you work with clients with osteoporosis or... View More

Consumers are more aware than ever of the myriad options available to reach their fitness goals. The difference now is they are no longer simply looking for the newest cardio equipment or decked-out locker... View More